ICM Phu Bai Combat Base, 1968 with CH-54A Helicopter, Figures & M8A1 Airfield Pavement Slabs

Description

The CH-54A heavy helicopters in Vietnam were mainly used for transport and occasionally for carrying the M-121 high explosive bombs. These bombs were modified with an extended nose fuze to detonate about 3 feet above the ground, effectively clearing forests for helicopter landing sites.

One notable operation involved a CH-54A helicopter from Phu Bai Air Base, also known as Camp Hochmuth, in central Vietnam. The US Armed Forces started operating this base in 1963, initially as a communications radio station. The base later hosted US Marines, paratroopers, and special operations forces, and an airstrip was built using M8A1 steel airfield plates.

At one point, the airfield also accommodated US Marine Corps aircraft and helicopters. Despite frequent attacks by the Viet Cong, the Phu Bai base remained operational by the US military until the end of 1972.

Key Features

• Scene of a helicopter in action as a bomb carrier from Phu Bai Air Base in 1968
• Includes CH-54A helicopter with M-121 bomb, pilots and technicians figures, and M8A1 airfield pavement slabs
• Detailed elements of equipment for pilots and technicians
• Decals with markings for helicopter and bomb

Model Information

• Scale: 1:35
• Number of Parts: 48
• Length: 774 mm
• Width: 225 mm
• Includes detailed assembly instructions
• Highly detailed sprues with high accuracy made from quality plastic
• Box size: 525 x 263 x 56 mm